77. Evolving Roles of Dental Hygienists

In this episode, Jessica Woods, MPH, RDH, RDA and I discuss how dental hygienists are stepping into innovative roles beyond traditional clinical practice. Particularly focusing on taking on the role of Clinical Advisor. We'll discuss the transition from patient care to shaping the dental industry through training sales teams, contributing to product development, and ensuring clinical accuracy in marketing materials.Hear from Jessica who has expanded her impact by managing training programs, participating in regulatory strategies, and supporting quality assurance and product claims with her expertise.This episode is created to inspire dental hygienists to consider ALL the opportunities available in the dental field, encouraging them to apply their skills to a variety of new settings.Tune in to discover how dental hygienists are taking on non-traditional roles and what steps you can take to take on a similar journey.Jessica L. Woods, MPH, RDH, Founder, seeks to empower the dental industry to a bright future by inspiring clinicians to reignite their careers. A 20-year veteran in the industry, she is a clinical product expert, thought leader, non-profit practice owner and sought-after mentor. Woods has spoken to thousands of dental professions across the country offering her unique experiences implementing dental implant programs and had lead product go-to-market strategies from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. Affectionally known as the #ExecutiveRDH, she has scaled her way to the boardroom since graduation from West Coast University with Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene and master’s degree in public health from A.T. Still University. She has been recognized as one of the 50 Top Teledentistry Leaders and Hygienist of the Year.She has a strong passion for introducing others to alternative careers paths in dentistry and supporting them as they grow in the profession. She established the Dental Public Health Collaborative which offers post-graduate training and a mentorship network to her colleagues as they venture out of the traditional four-walls of dentistry.Contact Jessica: [email protected] Refer and Earn! https://bettermouth.tv/brushwithbritt BetterMouth.TVReady to make patient education easier? Try your first month FREE at bettermouth.tv/brushwithbritt